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DBS checks now compulsory for Hackney’s elected politicians

By Josef Steen, Local Democracy Reporter | Thursday 19 September 2024 at 14:20

Sunday's best: Licensing committee considers Hoppers' bid for longer opening hours

The move follows two recent cases of ex-councillors being charged with sex offences

Hackney Council pushes for DBS checks for elected members

By Josef Steen, Local Democracy Reporter | Tuesday 3 September 2024 at 17:22

Sunday's best: Licensing committee considers Hoppers' bid for longer opening hours

Standards committee recommends council immediately adopts new safeguarding measures